5 Ways to Celebrate National Safety Month This June
June 19, 2024
5 Ways to Celebrate National Safety Month This June
Celebrating safety is something we should always be doing, and with National Safety Month right around the corner, we can really take the opportunity as an industry to raise awareness about the importance of workplace safety. National Safety Month is observed annually throughout the entire month of June—and is dedicated to reducing injuries at work, home, on the road, and in our communities.
No matter where your current safety efforts stand, it’s vital to develop and implement new practices to keep up with emerging innovations. There are several ways you can celebrate and improve the safety of your machine operations this June. Through lunch and learns, safety fairs, creative training courses, fundraisers and more, you can highlight the utmost importance of safety—while creating productive, enjoyable experiences for your team.
Weekly Lunch and Learns
A unique way to educate your employees about safety is through lunch and learns. These events offer a chance to learn about a specific topic over the lunch hour of your workday. You could open them up to the general public as well—or invite other businesses and even local schools to expand your audience. These informal events are a great way to teach people the importance of safety practices, products, and rules within the industry, as well as within everyday life.
Throughout June, consider hosting weekly lunch and learns that cover topics such as machine safeguarding, OSHA rules and regulations, safety within your community, and other relevant topics. If you’re looking to increase awareness and adoption of safety practices across your organization this summer, lunch and learns are a great place to start.
Take Part in a Safety Fair
Throughout the month, there may be a chance that your community will put on a safety fair. If not, consider putting together one yourself and inviting other companies in the industry to partake. At this event, your company can showcase products, discuss safety best practices, and even potentially use the event for recruiting new employees. These types of events are a great fit for college or school campuses—where you can directly educate students who are interested in working with an organization like yours.
Creative Safety Training
Safety training is a major investment in the success and well-being of your employees and workplace. During National Safety Month, consider building out a creative training course to present important safety information in a fun, refreshing light. Instead of offering a typical, mundane course, put together some sort of challenge, game, or incentives that boost engagement. When employees are having a good time, they’re more excited to participate and eager to learn—which makes safety training much more enjoyable and impactful.
Put Together a Fundraiser
What better way to show your passion for safety than hosting a fundraiser? Fundraisers are the perfect way to support local and national charities that champion safety and health—all while promoting a safer environment in homes, workplaces, and communities. Fundraisers can come in all shapes, forms, and sizes. Options might include a silent auction, concerts, a fun-run, or even a food truck event. Whichever fundraising ideas you choose, let your creativity shine through—and make sure to highlight the importance of safety throughout the event!
Create a Safety Incentive Program
Providing top-quality machine safety components for your team is important, but it’s equally imperative to make sure your employees understand the value of creating a safer workplace. A safety incentive program maintains a safety-first mindset among employees while building interest and motivation in team members. Make sure your program fits the goals and objectives of your company—and make sure to incorporate employee feedback all the way through from development to implementation.
Revamp Your Safety with Stronghold
At Stronghold, safety is something we celebrate year round. Protecting your employees and assets requires dedication—and a passion for maintaining a safer workplace. Not only does this mean securing physical safeguards for your machines, but also regular machine guarding assessments and full-service fall protection. With our industrial safety services, you can develop a customized safety solution that fits your business and production goals. Together, we can help protect your employees and equipment while delivering maximum ROI. If you’re ready to get serious about creating and maintaining a safer workplace, contact us today!